13523 Hartland St, Van Nuys, CA 91405

Distinctive mid-century architecture, exceptional custom craftsmanship, and an extensive list of thoughtful upgrades come together in this one-of-a-kind Southern California split-level home. The unique floor plan is an important part of the home's design: the primary bedroom is located on the main level, while the two secondary bedrooms are positioned on the opposite side of the home on separate levels. One secondary bedroom is a loft-style space reached by a short set of stairs, while the third bedroom is located on the lower split level. Buyers should note that the home's multi-level layout includes several sets of interior stairs connecting these spaces.Natural light pours in through clerestory windows, skylights, glass-block walls, and expansive glass, creating bright, open living spaces while maintaining a remarkable sense of privacy.At the heart of the home is a true cook's kitchen built with an extraordinary level of precision. Custom Europly 13-core maple cabinetry was fitted to approximately 1/16-inch tolerances and finished with hand-selected, quarter-sawn figured teak, book matched for continuous grain across the cabinetry. Dovetail drawers, soft-close hardware, heavy-duty slides, custom storage solutions, an appliance garage, and a New York-style wall pantry reflect the same attention to detail.The kitchen is finished with 2-1/4-inch Caesarstone quartz, a 10-foot cast-glass feature, a 36-inch Kohler stainless sink, Grohe fixtures, InstaHot, and a five-stage revers